Hip extension is a vital part of daily activity. Strengthening the muscles that aid in that movement will make life easier. You’ll reap aesthetic benefits from consistent completion of these exercises, too — a bonus!

Nicole Davis is a Boston-based writer, ACE-certified personal trainer, and health enthusiast who works to help women live stronger, healthier, happier lives. Her philosophy is to embrace your curves and create your fit — whatever that may be! She was featured in Oxygen magazine’s “Future of Fitness” in the June 2016 issue. Follow her on Instagram.

Medically reviewed by Gregory Minnis, DPT, specialty in physical therapy, on December 17, 2018 — Written by Nicole Davis